Product Description

General information

Bentyl works by relaxing muscles of stomach and intestines and this way it reduces cramping.

Directions

For treatment of irritable bowel syndrome take initial dose: 20 mg orally four times a day. After a week with initial dose continue treatment with maintenance dose: up to 40 mg orally four times a day.

Side effects of Bentyl can include severe constipation, bloating, stomach pain, worsening of diarrhea or other irritable bowel symptoms; feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to urinate, heavy sweating, or hot and dry skin, confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior; or pounding heartbeats or fluttering.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. Skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include headache; nausea; vomiting; blurred vision; dilated pupils; hot, dry skin; dizziness; dryness of the mouth; difficulty in swallowing; and CNS stimulation.including convulsion. If you consider that you took too much of this medication contact your doctor immediately.

Storage

Store your medicines at room temperature between 59-77 degrees F (15-25 degrees C). Store away from moisture and light. Keep it out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Note

The information presented at the site has a general character. Note please this information cannot be used for self-treatment and self diagnosis. You should consult with your doctor or health care adviser regarding any specific instructions of your condition. The information is reliable, but we concede it could contain mistakes. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, special or other damage caused by use of this information on the site and also for consequences of self-treatment.